Dung?

Tattieman69 · « **on:** April 05, 2010, 18:06 »

when is it best to spread dung on your plot?

peterjf · « **Reply #1 on:** April 05, 2010, 18:09 »

the best time to spread manure is autumn

whippersnapper · « **Reply #2 on:** April 05, 2010, 18:48 »

yeah but then again, I've just spread a load around the fruit bushes and they seem very pleased with me!

Depends on the use...?

DavidT · « **Reply #3 on:** April 05, 2010, 19:13 »

It can be used as a mulch throughout the season.

mumofstig · « **Reply #4 on:** April 05, 2010, 19:21 »

It can be used as a mulch throughout the season.

But only if it's well rotted. If it's fresh stuff then you need to compost it before you spread it anywhere

DavidT · « **Reply #5 on:** April 05, 2010, 19:40 »

It can be used fresh as a mulch as long as it isn`t touching the plants.

boosh · « **Reply #6 on:** April 05, 2010, 21:02 »

It can be used fresh as a mulch as long as it isn`t touching the plants.

Thats what all the old boys do on our lottie site, brassicas as well.

DavidT · « **Reply #7 on:** April 05, 2010, 21:06 »

You shouldn`t DIG fresh manure into the soil because it will burn the roots, but is fine as a mulch.

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